Einar Jónsson was a celebrated Icelandic sculptor. His works are divided into three distinct categories: public monuments, private commissions, and personal projects. Most of the works found in this museum focus on this third category. The donated it to the city in 1909. In them you’ll see the sculptors spiritual influences and ideologies. He is celebrated for his prolific repertoire, the provocative and disturbed style of his art, and the way he harmonised classical sculpting techniques with his native Icelandic heritage. Even the museum building was built based on his plans and designs. But you don’t necessarily have to enter it to appreciate the man’s works. The garden outside is free to visit, and it’s filled with some of his finest works.

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By Rebecca McAuley

My favourite art museum in Reykjavik. Allot better than the other art museums we visited. The museum was allot bigger than I had expected.

By Molly Calliste

A surprising gem of a museum. While all of Reykjavik's museums are relatively small compared to larger, more cosmopolitan cities of the world. This museum packs a surprisingly big soul. Each piece, unique and moving. The titles encourages the observer to look deeper, feel more. The history behind the museum makes it even more compelling. Do give it a visit, if you can.

By Ileana Tu

A Must See museum in Iceland. The first art museum in Iceland which have a strong impact on Icelandic artist. The sculpture contains the religious, culture and imagination of artist. Each of them have lots of Fantasy details, worth spending long time to read.

By Gabriele Drago

Underrated gem of a museum, very big and the artist is absolutely amazing, sculptures and paintings are incredible and crazy. Also there's a beautiful garden on the back that's free to take a look at the most famous sculptures. The entrance is pretty cheap compared to other museums and the location is right in front of one of the most important places so easy to reach.

By Kris Pendleton

The museum is breathtaking and the staff is knowledgeable, kind and they have fantastic suggestions. We visited the museum twice during our short stay